The 20 Best Splenectomy Doctors near Washington, DC

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Splenectomy near Washington, DC. Of these, 17 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Michele Gage earned a Bachelor's Degree in Science from the University of Florida and commissioned as a Naval Officer in 2006. She earned her medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD, then completed her General Surgery Internship at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. She was selected amongst her peers to direct advance to General Surgery Residency, which she completed in 2016. In Residency, she was awarded numerous commendations, including the Joint Service Commendation Award, Joint Service Achievement Award, Outstanding Chief Resident Scholar Award, as well as numerous research awards, including the Robert A. Phillips Clinical Research Award and American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer Award. She then completed advanced specialty training in Complex General Surgical Oncology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, gaining expertise in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery and complex surgical oncology. After completing the Complex General Surgical Oncology fellowship, Dr. Gage returned to Walter Reed and was quickly promoted as Division Chief of Surgical Oncology. As of August 1, 2024, Dr. Gage has also joined Johns Hopkins Medicine as an Instructor of Surgery while maintaining an active clinical practice with both institutions. She is an active member of numerous initiatives and committees, such as the IPASS committee and the IRB committee. Dr. Gage is also a leader in the DC area, serving as an executive member of the Association of Women Surgeons and American College of Surgeons DC Chapters. Nationally, she contributes as a member and reviewer of the DOD Peer Reviewed Cancer Research Program, a reviewer for numerous national surgical and oncology journals, and as an active member of the Society of Surgical Oncology, the Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, the Association of Academic Surgeons, and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Gage is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Breast Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Gage is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Plastics Surgery & Bariatrics

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 4100B, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terrence Fullum is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Fullum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastric Bypass.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Trankiem is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Trankiem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Peritonitis, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

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    Advanced in Splenectomy
    Hepatology
    Advanced in Splenectomy
    Hepatology
    Referral may be required

    Gw Liver & Pancreas Institute For Quality-Foggy Bottom: 2131 K St.

    2131 K St NW Ste 800, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lynt Johnson is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Cysts, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Adenoma, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Surgery Oncology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Fl 2 Ste 2322, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Quyen Chu is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Mastectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Allergy and Immunology
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Allergy and Immunology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    54+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German

    Naomi L. Luban, MD, is vice chair for Faculty Affairs at Children's National. She has been an attending physician at Children’s National for more than 30 years. Dr. Luban has published more than 140 peer-reviewed journal articles and more than 40 book chapters. She has edited seven texts in pediatric transfusion medicine and is an editorial board member for Transfusion and the American Journal of Hematology. In addition, Dr. Luban is a peer-reviewer for Transfusion, JAMA, Immunohematology, the Journal of Pediatrics, Pediatric Blood and Cancer and other publications. Currently, Dr. Luban is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the chair of the Committee on Blood Disorders in Childhood of the American Society of Hematology and a member of the board of trustees of the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. Her clinical interests are focused in inherited platelet disorders and hemophilia. Dr. Luban lives in Maryland and has two children. Dr. Luban is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemolytic Anemia, Anemia, Osteotomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Luban is board certified in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology: American Board Of Pediatrics, 1978 and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 1977.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Referral may be required

    Telehealth Video Visit

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Webb is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Webb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemolytic Anemia, Anemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Splenectomy. Dr. Webb is board certified in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2015, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine: American Board Of Pathology, 2014, and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2010.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Surgery Oncology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Fl 2 Ste 2322, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    May Tee is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Tee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 5000, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Miriam Michael is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Michael is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Low Sodium Level, Splenectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Gw General Surgery-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Lin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreatectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    GW The Medical Faculty Associate

    3301 New Mexico Ave NW Ste 336, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Knight is a primary care provider, practicing in Bariatric Medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Knight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lactose Intolerance, Neuroma Biliary Tract, Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Referral may be required

    MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Broome is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Broome is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Gw Rheumatology-West End: 2300 M Street

    2300 M St NW Fl 9, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dima Nimri is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Nimri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Felty Syndrome, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    3800 Reservoir Road NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center: 2ND Floor

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 2, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Fishbein is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Fishbein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Cysts, Pancreatic Cancer, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Referral may be required

    MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Kessler is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kessler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blood Clots, Hemophilia A, Acquired Hemophilia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Howard University Hospital

    2041 Georgia Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olubode Olufajo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Olufajo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Umbilical Hernia, Obesity, Gallbladder Removal, and Appendectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Internal Medicine

    VA Medical Center

    50 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anita Aggarwal is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Aggarwal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer in Men, Splenic Neoplasm, Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL), Deep Vein Thrombosis, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Splenectomy
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    The Department Of Pediatrics And Child Health

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 3300, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Inez Reeves is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Reeves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Congenital Syphilis, and Splenectomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    When should I see an Splenectomy doctor near Washington, DC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Splenectomy doctor near Washington, DC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Splenectomy doctors near Washington, DC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Splenectomy doctors near Washington, DC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Splenectomy doctor near Washington, DC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Splenectomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Splenectomy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Splenectomy doctor near Washington, DC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Splenectomy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Splenectomy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Splenectomy doctors near Washington, DC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Splenectomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Splenectomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Splenectomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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